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Sydney is an Army wife and mother of two. She likes to write on the raw experiences military spouses face during challenging times, striving to be a voice of encouragement and validation among the military spouse community. Sydney launched her personal blog, Life Beside the Colors, shortly after she married in 2017. When Sydney isn’t writing, she enjoys being outdoors with her family, reading and sourdough baking!
Recent Posts by Sydney Smith
The Importance of Family Traditions
Why I Choose to Stay at Home as a Military Spouse
“Love Every Day:” A Way to Bring the Spark Back Into Your Marriage
Creative Ways To Entertain Kids Indoors

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